Benjamin, Rich

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February 20, 2025

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Rich Benjamin reflects on a family fractured by a military coup in 'Talk to Me'

Benjamin's grandfather, a labor leader, was appointed president of Haiti in '57, but was overthrown after 19 days in office. He talks about his family's resilience and the lasting effects of the coup.

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